What the records say
- When
- 2 Jun 1860 – 4 Jun 1860
- Kind
- Battle
- Coordinates
- 39.74° N, 119.33° W
- Description
- final battle in the Pyramid Lake War of 1860
Second Battle of Pyramid Lake
Final battle in the Pyramid Lake War of 1860
The Second Battle of Pyramid Lake took place in response to the U.S. defeat at the First Battle of Pyramid Lake. A force of militia and regulars under the leadership of Texas Ranger Col. John C. "Jack" Hays defeated the Paiute warriors under Chief Numaga. This was the final engagement of the Pyramid Lake War of 1860.
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